In February 2025, Democrats across the country took bold action to protect working families, safeguard democracy, and push back against dangerous Republican policies. From defending voting rights to expanding economic opportunity, Democratic leaders at all levels of government fought for the values that matter most.
Read about what Democrats Did in February 2025...
Fighting for Economic Security & Public Services
- Every House Democrat voted against Trump's budget, which slashes Medicaid.
- Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer unveiled a $3 billion road funding plan to improve roads, bridges, and transit.
- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed Karina’s Law to protect survivors of domestic violence and prevent abusers from easily accessing firearms.
- Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers released a budget that invests billions in education and Medicaid expansion—making the wealthy pay their fair share.
- Missouri Senate Democrats voted unanimously on legislation to help seniors afford the rising cost of electricity.
- Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bills to raise Michigan’s minimum wage and expand paid sick leave policies.
Defending Democracy & Voting Rights
- The DNC won a major case in Wisconsin, ensuring mobile voting sites remain available to voters.
- The DNC filed an amicus brief against MAGA Republicans' attempt to change Georgia election rules that would delay results and undermine trust.
- The DNC filed a brief with the Ninth Circuit to counter Republican efforts to outlaw most mail and early voting in Nevada.
- The DNC fought back against North Carolina Republicans’ attempts to interfere in fair elections through federal and state courts.
Protecting Privacy & Data from Republican Overreach
- House Democrats introduced the Taxpayer Data Protection Act to permanently safeguard Americans' data from Trump and Elon Musk.
- Democratic attorneys general filed lawsuits to block Elon Musk from accessing Americans’ data.
- Senate Democrats successfully blocked Musk’s DOGE from accessing sensitive Department of Education data.
- Democratic attorneys general filed a federal lawsuit against Musk’s DOGE over reckless decisions affecting public data.
- Democratic attorneys general sued the Trump administration for defunding medical and public health research.
- New York Attorney General Letitia James led a multi-state coalition against Trump and Musk’s efforts to shut down the CFPB.
Winning Elections & Strengthening Democratic Leadership
- Democrat Ken Jenkins won a special election for Westchester County Executive, defeating his Trump-backed opponent.
- Democrat Sean Faircloth won the special election for Maine’s House District 24, strengthening the Democratic legislative majority.
- Democrats Ray Seigfried and Dan Cruce won both Delaware State Senate special elections.
- Democrat Dan Gaiewski won the special election for Connecticut’s House District 40.
- DNC Chair Ken Martin traveled to Pennsylvania and Wisconsin to support Democrats in crucial down-ballot elections.
Holding Trump’s Administration Accountable
- Every Senate Democrat voted against confirming:
- Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence.
- Kash Patel as FBI Director.
- RFK Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services.
- Senator Mark Warner and Senate Democrats forced Trump to back down on a federal hiring freeze.
- Governor Josh Shapiro took legal action to restore Pennsylvania’s funding after the Trump administration froze it.
Investing in Education & Children’s Well-Being
- Arizona Democrats passed legislation to fund free school lunches statewide.
- Senator Jon Ossoff successfully pushed the White House to restore HBCU scholarships.
Protecting Reproductive Rights & Civil Liberties
- Virginia House Democrats passed constitutional amendments to protect reproductive freedom, voting rights, and marriage equality.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom launched a first-in-the-nation plan to convert underutilized state properties into affordable housing.
- Georgia Democrats introduced legislation to give tax credits to firearm owners who safely store their weapons.
This month, Democrats continued to fight for fairness, justice, and economic opportunity for all. As Republicans pushed harmful policies, Democrats stood united to protect American families, secure voting rights, and build a stronger future. Stay engaged and help us keep up the momentum!
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